BSYates Art, a sometimes, daily painting journal

Abstract Colorado landscape painting

2012-02-29T05:26:00.000-08:00

Summer Clouds 2
30x40 oil/acrylic

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Loving Clouds
How I love to watch the clouds
Peacefully, peacefully drifting by
Silently upon the breeze
They ease across the clear blue sky.

How they build and roll and tumble
Just like angels out to play
Dancing with the sylphs and fairies
Head o'er heels along the way.
Each new shape is quite amusing:
Puffs to great majestic towers
Building for their loving gift
To bless the earth with vital showers.

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by Craig Nicholson

Aspen in Autumn triptych large oil paintings

2012-02-26T06:29:00.000-08:00

Aspen in Autumn triptych
60x60 oil on 3 canvas panels
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And the wind, full of wantonness,
wooes like lover
The young aspen-trees till they
tremble all over.
- Thomas Moore (From Trees of America)

Contemporary impressionistic oil painting

2012-02-22T16:27:00.000-08:00

Roses in blue
24x30 oil/acrylic

Inspired by Renoir

When speaking of roses and their colors,

red means love or romance,

pink means admiration, and yellow is for a true friend .

PINK contemporary impressionistic fine art painting

2012-02-20T05:34:00.000-08:00

Pink Blossoms
giclee on acrylic
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Oh so ready for spring;
Pink Blossoms is bright and cheery limited edition print on acrylic.
Hang against a light wall or in the window to create a stained glass look.

PINK
Brighter pinks are youthful, fun, and exciting, while vibrant pinks have the same high energy as red; they are sensual and passionate without being too aggressive. Toning down the passion of red with the purity of white results in the softer pinks that are associated with romance and the blush of a young woman's cheeks. It's not surprising that when giving or receiving flowers, pink blossoms are a favorite. Pink is the color of happiness and is sometimes seen as lighthearted. For women who are often overworked and overburdened, an attraction to pink may speak of a desire for the more carefree days of childhood.

How the color pink affects us physically

Bright pinks, like the color red, stimulate energy and can increase the blood pressure, respiration, heartbeat, and pulse rate. They also encourage action and confidence.

Pink has been used in prison holding cells to effectively reduce erratic behavior. (ask.com)

Contemporary abstract oil painting

2012-02-12T06:10:00.000-08:00

White Dress
oil on canvas
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The Color White around the globe

White is the traditional color worn by brides in the western world, as well as in Japan.
White is a color of mourning in China and parts of Africa.
It was the custom for the Queens of France to wear deuil blanc or "white mourning"
White was the color of deepest mourning among medieval European queens was white rather than black. This tradition survived in Spain until the end of the fifteenth century.
In Chinese culture, colors corresponded with the five primary elements, the directions, and the four seasons. White was associated with metal, west, and autumn.
A white flag is universally recognized as a symbol of truce.
The Japanese have six distinct terms to define whiteness.
The ancient Greeks wore white to bed to ensure pleasant dreams.

Impressionistic aspen tree painting

2012-02-04T04:40:00.000-08:00

Between Two Trees 30x48
acrylic / oil
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It is not so much for its beauty that the forest makes a claim upon men's hearts, as for that subtle something, that quality of air that emanation from old trees, that so wonderfully changes and renews a weary spirit. ~Robert Louis Stevenson

Abstract expressionistic fine art painting

2012-01-30T05:29:00.000-08:00

White Study on Blue20x20 sold

This piece was just sold to an art collector in NY,

THANKS!

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The Color White

White projects purity, cleanliness, and neutrality. Doctors don white coats, brides traditionally wear white gowns, and a white picket fence surrounds a safe and happy home.

How the color white affects us physically

Aids mental clarity

Encourages us to clear clutter or obstacles

Evokes purification of thoughts or actions

Enables fresh beginnings

Sunflowers in Window fine art oil painting

2012-01-22T06:07:00.000-08:00

Sunflowers in Window (original sold)
Limited edition giclee prints on acrylic available!
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Yellow shines with optimism, enlightenment, and happiness. Shades of golden yellow carry the promise of a positive future. Yellow will advance from surrounding colors and instill optimism and energy, as well as spark creative thoughts.

How the color yellow affects us physically

Stimulates mental processes

Stimulates the nervous system

Activates memory

Encourages communication

Spring abstract fine art oil painting

2012-01-14T16:30:00.000-08:00

Pink Blossoms
12x24 giclee on acrylic

ABOUT the COLOR PINK:
Brighter pinks are youthful, fun, and exciting, while vibrant pinks have the same high energy as red; they are sensual and passionate without being too aggressive. Toning down the passion of red with the purity of white results in the softer pinks that are associated with romance and the blush of a young woman's cheeks. It's not surprising that when giving or receiving flowers, pink blossoms are a favorite. Pink is the color of happiness and is sometimes seen as lighthearted. For women who are often overworked and overburdened, an attraction to pink may speak of a desire for the more carefree days of childhood.

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ContemporaryAbstract landscape painting

2012-01-12T16:48:00.000-08:00

Between Two Trees
36x48 acrylic/oil
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How the color blue effects us physically

Calms and sedates

Cools

Aids intuition

Blue is the color of the Throat Chakra, also known as Visuddha.

This chakra is located in the throat. It is linked to the throat, neck, hands, and arms.

The Throat Chakra is connected with speech and hearing,
and encourages spiritual communication.
Opening the Throat Chakra is said to improve clairaudience.

Gemstones that will aid the Throat Chakra include turquoise and aquamarine. (ask.com)

Contemporary fine art painting

2012-01-10T05:22:00.000-08:00

Along the Creek 24x30

Blue is the overwhelming "favorite color." Blue is seen as trustworthy, dependable, and committed.

The color of ocean and sky, blue is perceived as a constant in our lives. As the collective color of the spirit, it invokes rest and can cause the body to produce chemicals that are calming. However, not all blues are serene and sedate.

Electric or brilliant blues become dynamic and dramatic -- an engaging color that expresses exhilaration. Some shades or the overuse of blue may come across as cold or uncaring.

Indigo, a deeper blue, symbolizes a mystical borderland of wisdom, self-mastery, and spiritual realization. While blue is the color of communication with others, indigo turns the blue inward to increase personal thought, profound insights, and instant understandings.

Blue is the least "gender specific" color, having equal appeal to both men and women.(about.com)
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Impressionistic fine art oil painting

2011-12-21T05:06:00.000-08:00

MERRY CHRISTMAS
This is the road into the open space park Blair Ranch, Evergreen, Colo.
The sun was reflecting off the snow creating light rainbows.
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Impressionistic fine art oil painting

2011-12-16T17:41:00.000-08:00

After the Storm
16x20 oil
This sweet little shed is nestled on the old Blair Ranch
Jefferson, Co..
I often paint here on location and love to catch the light.
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Impressionism was about light.

"The Impressionists studied light to the -nth degree. You probably could write of optical color receptors and wavelength measurement from a scientific point of view, but that isn't actually how the Impressionists "studied" light. Instead, they looked long and hard at how light is reflected or absorbed, and how this interplay subsequently registers colors in our brains. They observed and sketched endlessly. They then tried to recreate light itself with paints and brushes. I can't begin to tell you how truly innovative this type of visual thought was." (about.com)

Abstract expressionistic fine art painting

2011-12-08T15:53:00.000-08:00

Winter Blues 20 x 24 acrylic
I get the blues in the winter, do you?
This painting is my interpretation of
Color Field Painting;

What Are the Key Characteristic of Color Field Painting?

Bright, local colors are presented in specific shapes that can be amorphous or geometrical, but not too straight-edged.
The works emphasize the flatness of the canvas or paper, because that is what a painting is literally about.
The excitement comes from the tension set up between the colors and shapes. That is the subject of the work.
The integration of shapes through overlapping or interpenetration's blurs spacial distinctions, so that there is almost no sense of the image versus the background (what art historians call "figure and ground"). Sometimes the shapes seem to both emerge and submerge into the surrounding colors.
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Abstract expressionistic fine art painting

2011-12-03T05:52:00.000-08:00

Falling Up
acrylic/oil
Another in my new movement art series.
Truly a painting frenzy and the best part of my day.
I love to finish and start my day in the studio.
I find it very zen, tactile, physical and non rational.
A sense of freedom;
"Kandinsky believed that colors provoke emotions. Red was lively and confident; Green was peaceful with inner strength; Blue was deep and supernatural; Yellow could be warm, exciting, disturbing or totally bonkers; and White seemed silent but full of possibilities. He also assigned instrument tones to go with each color: Red sounded like a trumpet; Green sounded like a middle-position violin; Light Blue sounded like flute; Dark Blue sounded like a cello, Yellow sounded like a fanfare of trumpets; and White sounded like the pause in a harmonious melody." (about.com)

Contemporary impressionistic fine art oil painting

2011-11-28T16:53:00.000-08:00

Amethyst Aspen
oil 24x48
I love to try to capture the light this time of year.
This field of Aspen trees had all lost their leaves and as the
sun was setting the light played off their naked trunks.
"Trees are much like human beings and enjoy each other's company.
Only a few love to be alone."
~Jens Jensen, Siftings, 1939'
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Sunflowers in Window contemporary fine art painting

2011-11-19T17:46:00.000-08:00

I am excited to release my limited edition Giclee prints on acrylic, aluminium and canvas of,
"Sunflowers in Window"
image is protected by Copyright
I can't seem to paint enough flowers this time of year.
I love to paint these with thick, juicy texture.
Thank you Atlanta, Ga.for your purchase of this wonderful painting.
I hope it brings you joy every time you see it.
:)) Barb
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Contemporary impressionistic fine art painting

2011-11-12T05:38:00.000-08:00

Aspen's Nocturnal
Another in my "aspen" series. This was created with layer on layer
of vivid color, texture and depth.

"Impressionistic artist tasted the world through their eyes.
The new painting was all about the thrill and delight of the visual sensation, which means becoming intimately involved with the sensation of light or 'painting the light' (you can see how far a field we have come when Thomas Kinkade uses the same phrase). It is about painting directly from nature and expressing the rush of your visual (as opposed to ideational) sensation on the canvas in such a way that the activity itself is the point, not the painting!" (about.com)

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Abstract contemporary art

2011-11-08T11:36:00.000-08:00

Broken and Blue 20x24

Resolution 20x20

Twice I have subconsciously created "hearts" from
my abstract expressionistic method. This was created with thick
juicy texture and movement.
Quote; " I don't paint with ideas of art in mind. I see something that
excites me. It becomes my content." (1968 De Kooning)
I love this quote and understand it's meaning.
What does it mean to you?
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Abstract expressionistic art

2011-11-03T05:47:00.000-07:00

Static 20x24
To continue my series on what is abstract; I took techniques used by my mentors,
Pollock, De Kooning, Mitchell and with movement I spilled, spluttered, smeared and
brushed to create these paintings.
"I eliminated composition, arrangement, relationship, and light - all
this silly talk about line, color and form." (De Kooning)
I find I still look for composition, color, line, when painting abstract.....
How do you approach abstract art?
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Abstract Expressionistic Art

2011-10-27T05:26:00.000-07:00

Fragment 18x24
Another in my abstract series.
Last blog I wrote about Pollock and de Kooning. While reading about these two incredible artist,
I came across Joan Mitchell. Way cool work! She hung out with de Kooning
and other artists in the 60's, 70's and 80's. She used movement to paint large
canvases.I would have liked to have
known her, so I will research more and paint....
stay tuned for more:)
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de Kooning or Pollock ?

2011-10-23T05:40:00.000-07:00

"I never was interested in how to make a good painting.. But to see how far one can go".
(Willem de Kooning)
He was called "master of the gesture".
In keeping with my challenge I created Confetti.
A combination of gestures and movement.
What do you think; Pollock or de Kooning?
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Abstract expressionistic art

2011-10-17T05:21:00.000-07:00

Broken and Blue 20x20
acrylic on canvas
My goal over the next few weeks is to take the many definitions of "Abstract art",
and do my interpretation. Here is my first one titled Broken & Blue. Maybe even
emulating the famous artist listed below. I started with a plain white canvas on the
easel and applied paint with my knife. As I continued over the next several
hours and days my paint was scraped, blended, scrubbed and dripped.
I had to move around my canvas while on the floor on on the easel.
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(noun) - Action Painting emphasizes the process of making art, often through a variety of techniques that include dripping, dabbing, smearing, and even flinging paint on to the surface of the canvas. These energetic techniques depend on broad gestures directed by the artist's sense of control interacting with chance or random occurrences. For this reason, Action Painting is also referred to as Gestural Abstraction. The artists and the various techniques are associated with the movement Abstract Expressionism and The New York School of the late 1940s, 1950s and 1960s (for example, Jackson Pollock, Willem de Kooning and Franz Kline). about.com

Large Abstract Expressionistic Art

2011-10-13T05:04:00.000-07:00

Jubilation 36x48
This contemporary abstract is part of my "White on Blue" series.
Layers of color are applied with movement to show the texture and
spontaneity. This painting is large with painted edges and would
make a bold statement in any fine art collection.
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Social Media Immersion Workshop in Golden, Co.

2011-10-09T05:53:00.000-07:00

Spring River 2
This weekend I am taking a "Social Media Immersion Workshop" with
Alyson Stanfield in Golden, Co(#artbizgolden)
I am excited to learn because I feel somewhat lost when away
from my canvas and paint.
I will share all my "social media" revelations in coming blogs:)
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Contemporary Abstract Painting

2011-10-07T05:28:00.000-07:00

Red Feather 20x30
Abstract expressionistic acrylic on canvas.
Layers of translucent color was applied through movement.
Sometimes I put my canvas on the easel or on the floor. I like to move around and
over my canvas to create.
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(noun) - Action Painting emphasizes the process of making art, often through a variety of techniques that include dripping, dabbing, smearing, and even flinging paint on to the surface of the canvas. These energetic techniques depend on broad gestures directed by the artist's sense of control interacting with chance or random occurrences.

Abstract Contemporary Fine Art

2011-10-04T05:20:00.000-07:00

White Study on Red 18x24
What I love about creating an abstract painting, is the sense of freedom and abandonment.
The process is tactile, physical, but non rational.
"Abstract artist do not comply with any art rules". (about .com)
Abstract paintings have characteristics of messiness, extreme energetic application,
and brush strokes that seem to reveal the process.
I personally love Jackson Pollock's approach;
dripping, smearing, slathering and flinging.
(stay tuned for my next Abstract blog)
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ABSTRACT CONTEMPORARY FINE ART

2011-10-02T06:49:00.000-07:00

White Study on Blue 20x20
ABSTRACT, what exactly is the definition of abstract in art?
Good question, my favorite definition comes from "About.com":
ABSTRACT, the creative process becomes the art itself.
"The work of art becomes an event"(Harold Rosenberg).
And for this reason it can be called "action art".
I know when I create/paint I need to move around my canvas.
From this movement shapes form.
Stay tuned for more on the definition of Abstract Art.
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ROSES painted on Vintage wood by BarbYatesDudding

2011-09-30T16:29:00.000-07:00

SALE SALE SALE

Roses on Blue SALE!

Poppies

Pink Roses in Blue

All these paintings are in oil on vintage wood planks.

These planks come from a farm tear down in Kansas (1930's)

Some of these still have the original paint which has been

sealed and the wood has been oiled.

These are ready to hang and would be a great addition to any

"Shabby Chic" decor
all vintage paintings are on sale for $85.00
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Red Poppies sale!

2011-09-28T15:11:00.000-07:00

All flowers 50% off!
Sale through December.
My flowers need a new home!
All flower paintings listed on www.bsyatesart.com
are 50% off (price posted on site).
Now is the time to add to your fine art collection.
any questions,
you may contact me;
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SOUTHWEST landscape by Colorado painter BarbYatesDudding

2011-09-26T05:15:00.000-07:00

Spring River sold
I had so much response to purchase this painting
I now have limited prints on canvas for sale.
if your interested contact;
BARB
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Abstract landscape by Colorado artist BarbYatesDudding

2011-09-20T06:18:00.000-07:00

Crystalline Spring 30x40
Large acrylic landscape
I used shapes, shadows, color and value
to create this abstract, expressionistic landscape.
I try not to look at the specific images and remove my glasses.
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Abstract Landscape by Colorado artist BarbYatesDudding

2011-09-14T05:25:00.000-07:00

Yellow and Blue
20x30 acrylic
I used a limited palette and gave myself the challenge to create.
Blue,Red,Yellow,White
Love it!
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Autumn Aspen in Moonlight oil painting by Colorado artist BarbYatesDudding

2011-09-10T05:17:00.000-07:00

Autumn Aspen in Moonlight
36x48 oil on canvas
This large painting was done from photos taken
in a full moon last autumn.
I love how the moonlight illuminated the trees and grasses.
This large oil painting will be a bold statement among
your fine art collection.
For more information or to purchase;
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Autumn Aspen diptych by Colorado artist BSYates

2011-09-06T05:34:00.000-07:00

Autumn Aspen diptych
48x48 acrylic on canvas
An abstract/expressionistic approach to my Aspen series.
Each panel is 24x48 and can be hung together or separate.
These were painted with layers of translucent color applied to the
canvas with a palette knife which create bold texture.
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Abstract expressionistic landscape by Colorado artist BarbYatesDudding

2011-09-01T05:19:00.000-07:00

Spring River 4 30x40x2
acrylic on canvas
I love the colors of spring! Here is another
in my series of River paintings.
I use layers of color and paint with a palette knife.
This painting is large and would make a bold statement
in your art collection.
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barb
Great workshop in using Social Media to promote your art;
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Abstract expressionistic landscape by BarbYatesDudding

2011-08-30T06:02:00.000-07:00

River Run 4
16x20 acrylic on canvas
This is the fourth in my "River Run" expressionistic landscapes.
This was created with layers of color and a palette knife.
To see all of the series and more NEW abstract landscapes;
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Expressionistic landscape by BarbYatesDudding

2011-08-24T15:22:00.000-07:00

Twilight 30x20
acrylic on canvas
I wanted to express the feeling of "Twilight"in this abstract.
The air was cool and the night became soft in color.
I loved the shapes formed by the spring sage and scrub as darkness fell.
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Abstract landscape by Colorado artist BarbYatesDudding

2011-08-21T05:48:00.000-07:00

Sonata 20x30
acrylic on canvas

Aria 20x30 abstract landscape
palette knife acrylic on canvas
I usually paint a series of subjects before I move on to another canvas.
I love to be spontanious and paint fast.
I keep my palette full of paint, using the same colors until gone.
Each opainting of the same series come out different
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Abstract landscape by BarbYatesDudding

2011-08-19T05:20:00.000-07:00

Spring River 3 24x38
We have had a incredible spring and summer in Colorado.
The run off from snow melt has created beautiful
running rivers where creeks trickled.
I created this abstract landscape with a palette knife and layers of
acrylic paint.
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Abstract landscape by Colorado artist BarbYatesDudding

2011-08-16T05:57:00.000-07:00

Acapella, 18x24
acrylic abstract landscape;
These clouds were moving against the early evening sky.I had to paint quickly
to capture the moment. To see more of my "Cloud" paintings;
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Abstract landscape by Colorado artist BarbYatesDudding

2011-08-11T05:30:00.000-07:00

Aria 20x24 (c)2011
acrylic on canvas
I love clouds! Here in Colorado the clouds pop against the blue sky.
This painting "Aria", is one in a series of clouds.

This was painted plein air with a palette knife.

For information or to buy this painting go to;
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Abstract landscape by Colorado artist BarbYatesDudding

2011-08-09T04:46:00.000-07:00

SPRING RIVER 2
24X36 ACRYLIC ON CANVAS
Another in my abstract landscape series.
This was painted solely with a palette knife from
my photos while in Taos, New Mexico.
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Abstract landscape by Colorado artist BarbYatesDudding

2011-08-07T06:30:00.000-07:00

Spring River 24x36 SOLD
This was painted from photos taken
on the Western Slope of Colorado.
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Expressionistic Abstract Landscape by BarbYatesDudding

2011-08-01T05:21:00.000-07:00

Reflections
20x24 acrylic on canvas
Another in my new series of abstract landscapes of Colorado.
Here the sky was beautiful in the early morning.
The colors of the pre sunrise were a cool red.
for information on this painting contact;
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Abstract Landscape by Colorado artist BarbYatesDudding

2011-07-29T05:21:00.000-07:00

River Run 2
24x20 acrylic on canvas
Another in my series called, "River Runs"
these were painted from nature in Colorado and created with a palette knife.
Stay tuned for more in this
abstract expressionistic landscape series!
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Expressionistic Abstract Landscape by Colorado artist BarbYatesDudding

2011-07-24T14:26:00.000-07:00

River Runs
24x36 acrylic on canvas
a large bold abstract done with palette knife
this is the first in a series of
"River runs" paintings
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Aspens in Moonlight by Colorado artist BarbYatesDudding

2011-07-22T06:11:00.000-07:00

Aspen in Moonlight
oil on canvas 36x48
My favorite grove of aspen during a full moon.
Now on display at
Bits and Pieces in Bergan Park, Co.
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Abstract oil painting by BarbYatesDudding

2011-07-11T06:09:00.000-07:00

Golden Stillness
16x20 oil/mixed media on canvas
I am working on a new series of expressionistic abstract paintings.
This is part of a diptych painting.
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Triptych Autumn Aspen by Colorado artist BarbYatesDudding

2011-07-05T16:06:00.000-07:00

Finally I completed this triptych oil painting;
Autumn Aspen (c) 2011
3 panels 20x60 each = 60x60
These beautiful trees greet me every morning, in every season.
for more information contact
barb
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Orange Clouds by Colorado artist BarbYatesDudding

2011-06-29T05:28:00.000-07:00

6x6 oil

The clouds turn orange when there are fires burning.

I painted this close to the boarder of NM while driving

through Southwest Colorado.

Such beauty from destruction.

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Colorful Garden, by BarbYatesDudding

2011-06-24T15:43:00.000-07:00

Oil on canvas 16x20
Another garden painting. I had the pleasure of sitting in this garden
last weekend to paint. Off to the side there is a water feature and these flowers
are all growing in and around large rocks.
Wonderful day!
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Sunflowers and Daisies, by Colorado artist BarbYatesDudding

2011-06-19T06:25:00.000-07:00

Oil on canvas

side view

This is a quick study of a flower arrangement placed in my studio.

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Poppies in the Garden, by BarbYatesDudding

2011-06-16T05:11:00.000-07:00

Poppies, 18x24 oil on canvas

another garden painting done from the;

Evergreen Garden Club Tour

6/25/2011, 10-3

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Blue Violet Iris, by BarbYatesDudding

2011-06-13T05:36:00.000-07:00

Oil On Canvas, 9x11
I just finished these iris flowers yesterday.
These were painted on location from a beautiful garden in Conifer, Co.
I love painting the loose flowing laced petals.
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Garden Tour, Evergreen, Co

2011-06-07T05:08:00.000-07:00

More paintings from past
Evergreen Garden Club Garden Tour, 2011.
Saturday, June 25 10-3
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Garden Tour, oil painting by BarbYatesDudding

2011-06-06T05:40:00.000-07:00

Oil on canvas sold
The Evergreen Garden Tour is coming June 25, 10-3.
This is such a beautiful tour of gardens in Evergreen.
www.evergreengardenclub.org
I will be doing the tour to gather garden material to paint:)))
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"Fishing Day" by BarbYatesDudding

2011-06-02T05:18:00.000-07:00

This says it all.....
16x20 oil on canvas
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A triptych journey,creating a large oil painting part 2

2011-05-28T09:55:00.000-07:00

To continue my journey painting my "Aspen Story" (c)2009;
I blocked in color in my sections on my canvas. I like to paint the darkest focus, first.
This is where the viewers eye perceives depth.
I line up my first (middle) completed canvas next to my working canvas.
I want these to be a continuous landscape.
So on to painting my trees.
Stay tuned for my next blog to see where this journey goes;
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A triptych journey, creating a large oil painting

2011-05-25T05:50:00.000-07:00

This is the second of three canvas blocked in.

I usually use a base color in each section that can show through the finished painting.

i have found useing and shipping a very large canvas can be a challenge, so I love to use several.

This painting is continuous and painted in series.

These aspen trees are from the past Autumn,

they are so beautiful and always changing.

Stay tuned to see this painting evolve
I will post my progress weekly on this blog. Enjoy!

http://www.bsyatesart.com/

"Sunflowers & Daisies" by Colorado artist BarbYatesDudding

2011-05-20T05:09:00.000-07:00

This was a spontaneous and fun painting.
I wanted to capture the sunflowers before they started to drupe.
I painted ala prima so the paint is thick and the brush strokes are bold.
To purchase this painting or to see more;
www.bsyatesart.com

"Blue Iris" by Colorado artist BarbYatesDudding

2011-05-16T05:14:00.000-07:00

SOLD

Blue Iris 11x14 oil on canvas
Spring is finally here. I painted these iris's from my friend Leslie's garden.
They are so beautiful and lacy, with deep soft color.
These iris were such a dark violet they were close to black.
Look for more flower paintings:
www.bsyatesart.com

Aspens, Early Snow, by Colorado Artist BarbYatesDudding

2011-05-10T05:46:00.000-07:00

10x20 oil on canvas
As always, I love to paint trees.
This grove of Aspen trees are across the road from me, so they are my subject of many
paintings.
Quote by c.c. Cummings;
i thank you God for most this amazing day; for the leaping greenly spirits of trees and blue true dream of sky; and for everything which is natural which is infinite which is yes!
www.bsyatesart.com

Summer Breeze (c) by Colorado artist BarbYatesDudding

2011-05-03T05:37:00.000-07:00

Ready for summer?
Painted on the beach in Mexico.
The sun was just right and my muse was wonderful.
For more info contact;
www.bsyatesart.com

Tulips, by Colorado artist, BarbYatesDudding

2011-04-22T05:21:00.000-07:00

Tulips in Orange Vase & Tulips in Purple
oil on canvas 24x30

These fun paintings hang together to display a fun contemporary art display. To view more of my work or for more info; www.ugallllery.com , http://www.bsyatesart.com/

Sunflowers in Window, contemporary fine art painting

2011-04-09T07:09:00.000-07:00

One Peach Poppy, by Colorado oil painter, BarbYatesDudding

2011-04-03T07:10:00.000-07:00

Another in my "Poppy" series.
18x24
This was painted from my garden last summer. I love to set up my easel early in the
morning so I can capture the light. The buds do "POP" open in the morning.
I am anxiously waiting for my garden to grow for this season.
To see more or to purchase;
www.bsyatesart.com

"Church on the Hill", oil painting by Colorado artist BarbYatesDudding

2011-03-30T05:26:00.000-07:00

24x30 oil on canvas
How lucky I was to stumble upon this church. I think it was part of a little village
and is now a residence. No one was home when I took a photo, but I left a
note with my web address and my phone #.
The owners contacted me and ..........more to come in following blogs:)
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Garden Tour by Colorado oil painter, BarbYatesDudding

2011-03-25T05:16:00.000-07:00

"Garden Tour" sold
I am so ready for spring!!
Last year I was invited to paint in several gardens, I love to do this.
I set up my easel and enjoy the sun, the sweet smell of the blooms and
the bees and butterflies.
I have not been able to paint for several days so I will post new work soon
Thanks and enjoy;
www.bsyatesart.com

"Pink Roses in Glass", vintage romantic oil painting by Colorado artist, BarbYatesDudding

2011-03-18T06:21:00.000-07:00

"Pink Roses in Glass"
another in my series, "Romantic Roses"
These are inspired by old Victorian paintings of roses.
Of course my paintings are very expressionistic, bold and colorful
I love to set up still life displays in my studio and paint with classical music on and see
what evolves. I will show photos of my next display in upcoming blogs.
Check out my new ETSY store, I am doing this endeavor with my daughter, Cory.
Our store is about renewed, reused, redesigned and re purposed treasures.
My role is using found materials to paint on and Cory is in love with taking discarded objects, redesigning them and finding a new purpose for them
www.etsy.com/shop/bsd1155
or go to etsy.com & type
Vintage Junkies & Art by bsd1155

Romantic Roses, (c) by BarbYatesDudding, Colorado oil painter

2011-03-13T11:14:00.000-07:00

"Romantic Red Roses"
8x10 oil on canvas
framed in 3" gold leaf
this is one in a series of "Romantic Rose" collection.
I love the old vintage look.
To see more of these;
www.bsyatesart.com

Roses painted on vintage wood, by BarbYatesDudding

2011-03-09T05:26:00.000-08:00

Something new, something old & re-purposed........
I am painting a series of "vintage flowers"
These are painted in oil on old wood planks and ceiling tins.
I love the effect of this vintage wood plank, taken from a 1904 property that was torn down in Kansas.
The blue paint is original
and some has flaked off. I have oiled, varnished and sealed this fun painting so it will
last many more years.
For more of these vintage paintings stay tuned;
http://www.bsyatesart.com/

Winning painting Contemporary Fine Art International by BarbYatesDudding

2011-03-05T13:54:00.000-08:00

Barbara Yates Dudding of Colorado
won our February Art Challenge "Friendship

I am so flattered that my painting won the Febuary challenge on

Contemporary Fine Art International When reading over the judges comments, this favored painting was chosen for not just composition, but color and subject presentation. The word 'contrast' appeared in all of the written critics from 'contrast of emotions' to 'contrast of color' and 'contrast of line and shape'.
to see more of my work'
http://www.bsyatesart.com/
http://www.cfaintl.com/
bid on the painting on the right (click on image)

"Sunflowers in Window" by Colorado oil painter BarbYatesDudding

2011-03-04T05:30:00.000-08:00

18x24
oil on gallery wrapped canvas
This painting makes me want spring to hurry up.
I love painting flowers, the texture, color and mood.
To have this painting in your home;
Ugallery.com
http://www.bsyatesart.com/

"Winter Garden" by Colorado oil painter, BarbYatesDudding

2011-03-01T16:39:00.000-08:00

"Winter Garden" 16x20 sold
I love this painting, it was done in plein air, in a friends garden
The colors are whites and muted greens, so she calls it a winter garden.
I hope to paint more gardens this coming summer.
Look for my new store on ebay comming soon.
www.bsyatesart.com

One Pink Poppy (c)2011

2011-02-26T04:51:00.000-08:00

"One Pink Poppy"(c)2011
18x24 oil on canvas
This is one of a series of "Poppy" paintings.
I will continue to post these on my blog when completed.
This bold statement is painted on gallery wrapped canvas, edges are part of painting.
for more info;
contact Barb;
www.bsyatesart.com
look for my new ebay store where I will be auctioning my sm works to
benefit my 2 animal charities;
www.eapl.com
www.spay2day.com

Two Poppies, by Barb yates Dudding

2011-02-24T16:26:00.000-08:00

"Two Poppies" 8x10
I am in the process of doing a collection of my small poppy series
These will be for auction in my new ebay store. Look for the link soon
Barb
http://www.bsyatesart.com/

"Red & Yellow Flowers" (c) by Colorado artist, Barb Yates Dudding, bold use of color

2011-02-21T17:00:00.000-08:00

"Red & Yellow Flowers" sold
I wrote about color in a past blog and how I use it.
Here is an example if bold, warm color placed on a soft muted background.
This made the flowers pop off the canvas.
to see more of my paintings visit my web site;
http://www.bsyatesart.com/
coming soon
my online store through ebay where I will action my small daily oil paintings (6x6,-8x10)
50% of these sales will be donated to;
Evergreen Animal Protective League
http://www.eapl.com/
&
http://www.spay2day.com/

"Aspen in Autumn" triptych, fine art oil painting, color in painting

2011-02-17T05:36:00.000-08:00

"Aspen in Autumn" triptych
24x60 oil on canvas

This is part of my series, "Aspen Story"(c).

There will be 2 more to form a very large triptych hanging.

I walk among this aspen grove daily and love to paint the ever changing

light and color.

for more information contact:

Barb

http://www.bsyatesart.com/

http://www.dailypaintersodcolorado.com/

"Aspen in Spring", (c) Barb Yates Dudding, Colorado oil painter

2011-02-16T05:43:00.000-08:00

" Aspen in Spring" 24x36

oil on canvas SOLD

This grove of aspen are on my property.

The sun happened to hit just the one tree and made it glow.

What a gift. I took a photo on my phone and from that I painted this in my studio.

I love to use bright color to create the depth.

For more information or to see more aspen paintings,

visit;

http://www.bsyatesart.com/

http://www.dailypaintersofcolorado.com/

Power Shopping, fine art oil figure painting

2011-02-08T16:30:00.000-08:00

Power shopping (Two Ladies in Hats)
oil on canvas 24x30 SOLD
I think this painting tells all. It is about the friendship that women have.

This is for my close and dear friend Leslie.

for information contact me at;

http://www.bsyatesart.com/

Eddie, little burro

2011-02-06T04:59:00.000-08:00

"Eddie" little burro
9x12 oil on canvas
Eddie lives across the road from me. He is a rescue burro from New Mexico.
Eddie loves to come to the fence begging for ear rubs and treats.
I love to paint that which I see daily. I took a photo of Eddie and painted in my studio.
For more information or to purchase contact;
Barb
www.bsyatesart.com

Fox portrait "Rusty" Wild portrait (c) by Colorado artist BarbYatesDudding

2011-01-30T05:56:00.000-08:00

"Rusty's Portrait" (c)Wild Portrait Series
8x10
oil on canvas gallery wrapped
Isn't he just beautiful. I posted
a series of Fox paintings on
Daily Painters of Colorado.com
I will bring these here to m,y blog. Rusty is one of 3 foxes who live under my shed/playhouse.
He loves to sun himself in front of my studio door on a high burm.
I painted this and the others from photos that I have taken of these wonderful friends.
to purchase contact me;
http://www.bsyatesart.com/

Roses in Blue Vase, oil painting by Barb yates Artist

2011-01-16T05:35:00.000-08:00

Roses in Blue Vase
oil on canvas mini 6x6
This one of many in a mini collection to benefit
Evergreen Animal Protection League.
A portion of the sale price (50%) of this mini collection go to
EAPL to help feed, house, spay, neuter and place animals
who need homes.
I have housed and loved many dogs and cats over the years from
EAPL.com
for information contact;
Barb
http://www.bsyatesart.com/
http://www.dailypaintersofcolorado.blogspot.com/

"Aspen in Autumn", landscape, by Colorado artist, BarbYatesDudding

2011-01-11T06:19:00.000-08:00

Aspen in Autumn
oil on canvas 36x48
This is a large oil painting is on gallery wrapped canvas. I have continued
the painting on the 2in edges. This is one of a series of "Aspen Story" paintings.
I love to paint these trees, they surround my home in Evergreen and every season
they tell a new story.
contact:
Barb
http://www.bsyatesart.com/
http://www.dailypaintersofcolorado.blogspot.com/

"Red Poppies", oil painting by Barb Yates Dudding

2011-01-01T07:57:00.000-08:00

Poppies, oil on canvas(painted edges) this image is copyrighted
As many of you have requested, I am completing/adding to my series of poppy paintings.
Check back for images and sizes to come.
Barb
http://www.bsyatesart.com/
http://www.dailypaintersofcolorado.com/

Genesee Buffalo, "Wildlife Portrait" by Barb Yates Dudding

2010-12-25T06:42:00.000-08:00

BUFFALO oil on canvas

11x14

This beautiful female was painted from a photo I took of the buffalo along I-70 at Genesee.

for information or to purchase

contact:

Barb

http://www.bsyatesart.com/

First Snow

2010-12-19T05:53:00.000-08:00

First Snow

8x10 oil on canvas

This was just a dusting of long awaited snow.

www.bsyatesart.com

www.dailypaintersofcolorado.com

Road Home

2010-12-12T04:13:00.000-08:00

"Road Home" 8x10 oil on canvas SOLD

glicee available $95 or prints

Again I was on the Blair Ranch, clouds were rolling in as I was painting this.

to purchase a print or canvas glicee

contact:

Barb

http://www.bsyatesart.com/

http://dailypaintersofcolorado.com/

Autumn on Blair Ranch

2010-12-11T04:07:00.000-08:00

"Autumn on Blair Ranch"

8x10 framed $250 framed

This was paint , "plein air" on location on the Blair Ranch in Evergreen, Co.

This beautiful 360 acre ranch is now part of Jefferson County Open Space.

Wonderful hiking trails and many places to paint. I lived on this property for 6yrs to help care take Mrs Blair.(more on this in future blogs)

you can view this and others at "Bits & Pieces" fine clothing in Bergan Park Colorado.

http://www.bsyatesart.com/

http://dailypaintersofcolorado.com/

Contact:

Barb

bsd1155@aol.com

I take Visa, Master chg, Discover

sage along the road

2010-12-07T16:04:00.000-08:00

"Sage Along the Rd"

8x10 oil on canvas framed

$250

Sage was painted while on a trip through the back roads of New Mexico.

The sun was almost down, the clouds were as blue grey as the mountains.

So serene. I love to capture the colors. One of my mentors told me to look and the colors were there.

Well, not...............

it has taken years to see the "colors".(more on this later).

Barb

http://www.bsyatesart.com/

http://artistofcolorado.org/

this painting looks great grouped with other like paintings

Blair Ranch field study

2010-12-05T05:56:00.000-08:00

6x6 oil on canvas edges painted

$95.00 plus shipping

This is a field study done this past September on location at Blair Ranch.

I use to live on this property, it's beautiful. I paint here often. Blair Ranch is now open space with the help of Mountain Area Land Trust, Evergreen, Co.

To purchase contact:

Barb

www.bsyatesart.com

also visit;

http://dailypaintersofcolorado.blogspot.com

http://artistofcolorado.org

Finally Spring

2010-12-04T18:47:00.000-08:00

This was painted on the back roads to Tao's in late March. "Finally Spring"
8x10 oil on canvas
framed - $150 (frame is 4" gold leaf)
to purchase contact me @ www.bsyatesart.com
50% of sale goes to Evergreen Animal Protective League

Monthly Art Sale:A great time to collect fine art is when the artist is emerging.

2010-10-03T10:03:00.000-07:00

Poppies 8x10 painted edges

$125 plus shipping SOLD

      Hi, my name is BarbYates, I am a painter (sounds kind of like an AA meeting), and I guess we artist do have addictions, we need to create. I mostly paint outdoors(en plein air) in the beautiful Colorado landscape. I feel so lucky to walk out my door and see such beauty. I also paint flowers that grow in my garden, still life, animals and figures.

With this blog I will post paintings that will be sold to help Evergreen Animal Protective League. Many of these wonderful animals have shared their lives with me.(3 dogs live with me now)
     To purchase this piece:
http://www.bsyatesart.com/ or